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Boise
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eastside Tavern — a 15-year local favorite among college students — will close on May 16. The bar has long served as a vibrant spot for live music, karaoke, and pool games. KIDO
- ➤ Whiskey Bar on Main Street will close after 12 years, with its final night set for Saturday, May 2 — locals are invited for one last cocktail and Kentucky Derby old fashioned. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Dry Creek Historic Society will open at the historic Dry Creek Farmstead on Saturday, May 2 from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm with live demonstrations, tours, refreshments, and family-friendly activities. Admission is free and donations help preserve the site. KBOI
- ➤ A new report shows Idaho's favorite superhero is She Hulk—today is National Superhero Day and the choice surprised local fans by favoring Marvel's icon over traditional picks. KIDO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Gov. Dirk Kempthorne died at 74 on Friday (after a colon cancer diagnosis) and is remembered for his lasting legacy in Idaho. Idaho Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Boise State quarterback Taylen Green was drafted in the 6th round (182nd overall) by the Cleveland Browns after playing three seasons at Boise State. KIDO
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General Business Networking
6-8 p.m. — Barbarian Downtown Beer Bar — Free entry — Connect with a diverse range of professionals and expand your network in a vibrant setting.
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High Pine Whiskey Yell Concert
7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $13.10 — Celebrate craft beer and bluegrass with High Pine Whiskey Yell’s energetic performance.
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El Ten Eleven Concert
7-11 p.m. — Neurolux — Tickets starting at $23.75 — Experience the alternative rock sound of El Ten Eleven alongside Intestinehead in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Unknown Mortal Orchestra Concert
7-11 PM — Treefort Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy the experimental sounds of Unknown Mortal Orchestra live in Boise.
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Dumbo Gets Mad Live
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $32.75 — Experience an evening of eclectic sounds with Dumbo Gets Mad and Levitation Room in a vibrant venue.
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Forest Ray and Billy and the Dreamboats Concert
7-10 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Check event page for cost — Experience folk n’ roll vibes from Seattle's Forest Ray, known for their unique sound.
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CEO Of Influence Awards
5:30-9 p.m. — Boise Centre East — Registration fee required — Celebrate and honor exceptional business and nonprofit leaders in Idaho.
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Boise Towne Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience a mesmerizing show featuring water and acrobatics in a unique circus setting.
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Flock Cancer Street Stroll
10 AM – 12 PM — Hyde Park — Join the community to celebrate and raise awareness for local breast cancer fighters and families.
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Liquid Laughs Underground Comedy Mic
8-9:45 p.m. — Liquid Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local comedy as Boise's best comics showcase their talents.
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